Xi'an Terracotta Army Tickets with Optional Guide/Transfer

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. 1: For Group Tour Booking: Take Xi'an subway line 9 to "HUA QING CHI "station, Exit C out, you will meet your guide if you choose a group tour.(subway cost is around 8RMB/pp) Your guide will lead you take a public bus only 1-stop around 10 minutes directly to Terracotta museum. (your guide will pay for public bus) After museum tour, your will find a taxi back or take same way public transportation back downtown. 2: For Private Tour Booking: If you book our private tour, you will meet your guide in your hotel lobby. Your guide will help you take a taxi (cost around 130RMB) to Terracotta (transportation cost is at your own expense). After the Terra cotta warriors tour, you can choose to just spend more time at the farmer market on your own, or have the guide help you find a taxi to go back to the hotel or take public transportation back, very convenient and easy.(All transportation cost is at your own expense).

   3 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 42 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Save time

  We bought this to save time. Go early as the queue can get very long. Pick a tour guide at the entrance to enhance your time there and to save time if you are short on time.

  Nancy_TApril 2026via Viator

• 5Terracotta warriors Xi’an private tour

  Excellent private tour experience at the Xi’an Terracotta Warriors! Kai was an outstanding private tour guide—extremely knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely passionate about the history and significance of the Terracotta Warriors. He explained everything in a clear, engaging way and answered all of our questions with impressive depth and detail. His timing was perfect, making sure we arrived early and avoided unnecessary crowds, and he kept the entire day running smoothly without ever feeling rushed. What truly set Kai apart was his kindness and thoughtfulness—he even carried my bags for me without hesitation, which was so appreciated and showed how much he genuinely cares about his guests’ comfort. Mr. Chao, our driver, was equally excellent. He was very prompt, courteous, and drove safely and smoothly throughout the day. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, and his punctuality made the experience completely stress-free. Together, Kai and Mr. Chao made our visit to the Xi’an Terracotta Warriors unforgettable. This was a truly first-class experience, and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a professional, seamless, and personalized tour in Xi’an.

  X9515AJandrealDecember 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5The Terracotta Army Tour in the city of Xi’an

  Becky was my tour guide and was very welcoming on my arrival to the city of Xi’an to see the Terracotta Army, she also has great knowledge of the history of the army and the city of Xi’an, Becky was kind and making sure that I was enjoying the tour. I recommend Catherine Lu Tours and definitely ask for Becky as your guide.

  craigmF4995QOOctober 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Unforgettable Experience with Ark – The Perfect Guide for the Terracotta Warriors!

  Visiting the Terracotta Warriors is already an incredible experience, but doing it with Ark made it truly unforgettable. His passion, deep knowledge, and storytelling ability brought the entire site to life in a way I never expected. Ark guided us through the museum with perfect pacing, avoiding the crowds and taking us to the best viewing points. He explained not only the historical facts but also the human stories behind the warriors,the artistry, the symbolism, the archaeological discoveries,all delivered with warmth and clarity. Thanks to Ark, I didn’t just see the Terracotta Army, I felt connected to its history. If you’re visiting Xi’an, don’t miss the chance to take a tour with Ark. He’s more than a guide—he’s a storyteller who turns history into something personal and powerful. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  michelebT4551XBSeptember 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Unforgettable Experience with Ark – The Perfect Guide for the Terracotta Warriors!

  Visiting the Terracotta Warriors is already an incredible experience, but doing it with Ark made it truly unforgettable. His passion, deep knowledge, and storytelling ability brought the entire site to life in a way I never expected. Ark guided us through the museum with perfect pacing, avoiding the crowds and taking us to the best viewing points. He explained not only the historical facts but also the human stories behind the warriors—the artistry, the symbolism, the archaeological discoveries—all delivered with warmth and clarity. Thanks to Ark, I didn’t just see the Terracotta Army—I felt connected to its history. If you’re visiting Xi’an, don’t miss the chance to take a tour with Ark. He’s more than a guide—he’s a storyteller who turns history into something personal and powerful.

  Michele_BSeptember 2025via Viator

• 5Terracotta Army

  Transfer was punctual and fast in a very comfortable ca. We went early and the ride was relaxing. The driver brought us right to ticket scanner which saved us a bit qeuing time. Money well spent. The place itself might leave you bit speechless in a positive sense and defintily with a wonderful memory for the rest of our life.

  BarnabasbarbosaSeptember 2025via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Xian

• Its from-price is 46% below the median of the 151 city tours we list in Xian.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 151.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Xian

Xi'an, capital of many Chinese dynasties and the start of the Silk Road, is home to the Terracotta Army and intact Ming city walls.

The Terracotta Army, found by farmers digging a well in 1974, stands in vast pits outside the city: thousands of life-size clay warriors, horses and chariots buried to guard the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, China's first emperor. Each figure has its own face, and the scale is staggering.

Top-ranked sights in Xian: Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Warriors), Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang), Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta).

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